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Embassy of Portugal in Pretoria, South Africa

Embassy of Portugal in Pretoria, South Africa, located at 599, Leyds Street, Muckleneuk. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of Portugal, or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    599, Leyds Street, Muckleneuk
    Pretoria 0002
    South Africa
  • Telephone

    +27 12 341 2340

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:30 AM–1:00 PM
    Thursday 8:30 AM–1:00 PM
    Friday 8:30 AM–1:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:30 AM–1:00 PM
    Tuesday 8:30 AM–1:00 PM

    Status: 🟢 Open now – ⛱️ Youth Day is on Tuesday (in 6 days) and might affect working hours

    🕒 Current time in Pretoria: 10:19 AM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at 599, Leyds Street, Muckleneuk, the embassy is near key landmarks like Melrose House and State Theatre. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Embassy of Portugal in Pretoria, South Africa

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Portugal Day: June 10 Flag of Portugal
  • Youth Day: June 16 Flag of South Africa
  • National Women’s Day: August 9 to August 10 Flag of South Africa
  • Heritage Day: September 24 Flag of South Africa

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of Portugal in Pretoria, South Africa:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Register marriages, births, and deaths
  • Power of attorney
  • Authentication of documents
  • Consular registration
  • Citizen card
  • Voter registration

Visa Requirements

If you hold a South African passport, you are required to apply for a paper visa to enter Portugal.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Portugal without a visa. The most common types of Portugal visas are the following.

  • Temporary stay visas (less than a year)
    • Work (seasonal work, independent work, highly qualified activity, professorial activity, etc.)
    • Study and Research
    • Professional training, internship, or volunteer work
    • Health (Medical treatment, accompanying a family member undergoing medical treatment, etc.)
    • Youth Mobility - International Agreements (study programs, student exchange, etc.)
    • Exceptional reasons
    • Religious purposes
  • Residency visas (over one year)
    • Work (subordinate work, independent work, entrepreneurs, higher education teaching, etc.)
    • Study and Research
    • Professional training, internship, or volunteer work
    • Residency visa for family reunification purposes
    • Flexed Residency (Residency visa for retirement purposes, religious purposes, etc.)

Head of Mission

Carlos Costa Neves, Ambassador

Related Content

Portuguese Passports

A Portuguese passport is an essential travel document issued to Portuguese citizens, allowing them to travel internationally and serving as proof of identity and nationality. It grants holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to numerous countries and provides the right to live, work, and study in the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland. To explore the types of Portuguese passports, security features, and application process, Learn more about Portuguese passports.

Visa Services

Portuguese embassies and consulates process visa applications for foreign nationals traveling for tourism, business, work, study, or family visits. Applicants must submit a valid passport, proof of financial means, and supporting documents based on the visa type. Additional requirements, such as an invitation letter or travel itinerary, may apply.

Diplomatic missions ensure compliance with Schengen regulations and provide guidance on visa categories and application procedures.

For more details, visit the nearest Portuguese embassy or consulate.

Citizenship and Civil Registry Services

Portuguese diplomatic missions handle birth, marriage, and death registrations, along with processing citizenship applications and confirmations. They also assist with nationality inquiries and provide legal documentation for Portuguese citizens abroad.

Online Resources

Explore the embassy and its services. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in South Africa

Besides Embassy of Portugal in Pretoria, South Africa, Portugal also has 5 representations in the following cities of South Africa:


View All Diplomatic Missions of Portugal in South Africa

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of Portugal in neighboring countries or regions of South Africa.

See also

South Africa in Portugal

South Africa has 3 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Landmarks

Nearby Airports

  • O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
    (41.80 km away)
    Johannesburg

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This page was last edited on 03 June 2026 at 11:30 PM (EST).

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